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How one gene contributes to two diseases
December 10, 2015
How one gene contributes to two diseases
by
Anne Trafton | MIT News Office
Although it is known that psychiatric disorders have a strong genetic component, untangling the web of genes contributing to each disease is a daunting task.
Neuroscientists reverse autism symptoms
February 17, 2016
Neuroscientists reverse autism symptoms
by
Anne Trafton | MIT News Office
Autism has diverse genetic causes, most of which are still unknown. About 1 percent of people with autism are missing a gene called Shank3, which is critical for brain development.
Study reveals a basis for attention deficits
March 23, 2016
Study reveals a basis for attention deficits
by
Anne Trafton | MIT News Office
More than 3 million Americans suffer from attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), a condition that usually emerges in childhood and can lead to difficulties at school or work.
